The progressive end in Europe of mainstreams D-segment sedans using ICE
- D-segment ICE sedans from mainstream carmakers are gradually disappearing. The Renault Talisman, Ford Mondeo and Opel Insignia have seen their production cease during the past twelve months. The Ford Mondeo was discontinued in April 2022, the Renault Talisman in July 2022 and the Opel Insignia in April 2023. In this category, only the Volkswagen Passat, Peugeot 508 and Skoda Superb remain among Europeans.
- Among Koreans, Hyundai and Kia D-segment sedans disappeared from the European market a long time ago. Among the Japanese, the Honda, Nissan and Mazda D-segment sedans have also disappeared from this market. Only the Toyota Camry remains, often used in Europe as a vehicle for taxi companies.
- Let's add that the days of the Volkswagen Passat, Peugeot 508, Skoda Superb are counted. As mainstream carmakers have long since phased out their E-segment sedans, they are now focusing on the B and C segments, as they are in the process of phasing out their A-segment sedans as well. After the end of Peugeot 108, Citroën C1, Seat Mii, Skoda Citigo, Ford Ka and Opel Adam in this segment, only the Fiat 500, Fiat Panda, Volkswagen Up and Renault Twingo remain, but not for a long time.
- Mainstream carmakers are mainly betting on SUVs in the B to E segments to maintain their positions in Europe, as MPVs have also disappeared. The question is whether the electrification of the European market may boost sales of sedans or, on the contrary, accelerate their decline.